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Warning FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling.
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If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.
Operating Determinations • This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects. • The minimum distance between light-output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 meter. •...
Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place. International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable BROWN YELLOW/COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER YELLOW/GREEN GREEN GREEN...
• 4 DMX modes: 1, 2, 5 or 10 channel • For stand-alone applications, the Sunstrip Active MKII is equipped with 16 built-in patterns as well as a manual dimmer.
Backside Fig. 2 2) Power Thru (Grey): This connector sends the power to the next unit (Max 20A). 3) DMX OUT 4) LED Display 5) Mode Button 6) Menu Button 7) Up Button 8) Down Button 9) Power On/Off 10) Fuse; 6,3A 250V 5*20mm 11) DMX IN 12) Power Input (Blue): This connector is the input power for this unit (Max 20A).
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty. Installing the Lamp The Showtec Sunstrip Active uses the Halopar 16, GU10 230V/50W 35° (ordercode 80418) bulb as manufactured by all popular manufacturers. Use only the appropriate lamp for your unit.
Control Modes FUNCTIONS: There are 2 modes: • Chase Mode • DMX512 One Sunstrip Active (Chase Mode) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 2. When the Sunstrip Active is not connected by a DMX-cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. Please see page 13 for more information about the Chase Mode.
Multiple Sunstrips Pro Set Up Max. 30 Sunstips Fig. 4 Note : Link all DMX cables before connecting electric power 7. Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly. Design your show according to your DMX controller functions. See page 12 for more about DMX programming. Fixture Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode.
Control Panel Fig. 5 A. LED Display D. Up Button B. MODE Button E. Down Button C. MENU Button DMX Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller. The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller. DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address, which is the first channel from which the Sunstrip will respond to the controller.
Menu Overview DMX Mode Chase Mode The Sunstrip will only show Showtec at start-up ! The logo will remain in the display for 30 seconds. Control Modes FUNCTIONS: There are 2 modes: • Chase Mode (P) • 1, 2, 5 or 10 Channel DMX Dimmer (A) In DMX Mode , you can select: •...
Setting the Channel Mode 1) Press the MENU button, until the display shows 2) Channel mode is indicated by an “CH” followed by 2 digits (01, 02, 05 or 10) in the LED Display. You can press the UP/DOWN buttons to set 4 different DMX Modes. 3) You cannot use the MENU Button to select the Channel Mode, unless you have selected the DMX Operation Mode.
Program direction (Normal/Reverse) 1. To adjust the Chase Program direction, you must activate the Program Direction Mode. 2. Press the MENU Button until the display shows 3. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to change the direction. Regular direction Reverse direction Selecting the Chase Speed 1.
DMX Channels 1 Channel Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity (light 1-10) 0-255 From black to brightest (0 to 100%) 2 Channels Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity (light 1-5) 0-255 From black to brightest (0 to 100%) Channel 2 – Dimmer intensity (light 6-10) 0-255 From black to brightest (0 to 100%) 5 Channels...
10 Channels Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity (light 1) 0-255 From black to brightest (0 to 100%) Channel 2 – Dimmer intensity (light 2) 0-255 From black to brightest (0 to 100%) Channel 3 – Dimmer intensity (light 3) 0-255 From black to brightest (0 to 100%) Channel 4 –...
Maintenance The Showtec Sunstrip requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture’s light-output will be significantly reduced. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lenses clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
• Check that power is switched on One or more and cables are plugged in. fixtures are Internal fuse blown. • Contact your Showtec dealer. completely dead. Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. • Connect controller. correctly, but all 3-pin XLR Out of the controller •...
• 4 DMX modes: 1, 2, 5 or 10 channel • For stand-alone applications, the Sunstrip Active MKII is equipped with 16 built-in patterns as well as a manual dimmer.